Pattani: Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, the Southern Regional Commander of the Bhumjaithai Party, has embarked on a vigorous campaign across the southern border provinces of Yala and Pattani, showcasing the party's robust agenda for the upcoming 2026 elections. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pipat's campaign in the region has been met with an enthusiastic response from the local populace, reflecting the growing popularity of the Bhumjaithai Party. Accompanied by a team of candidates and party officials, including Mr. Chalath Ratchakitprakarn and Mr. Sirapop Duangsodsri, Mr. Pipat engaged directly with residents to listen to their concerns and discuss the party's policies. His efforts underscored the Bhumjaithai Party's commitment to viewing the southern border provinces as crucial to the nation's future, with a focus on addressing structural issues, restoring potential, and improving living standards. During his tour in Yala, Mr. Pipat was joined by local candidates such as Mr. Ghozali Dusamae, Mr. Prasit chai Pongsuwansiri, Mr. Sukri Mateh, and Mr. Kamin Muchi. They collectively emphasized the importance of policies rooted in the needs of the local communities, aiming to address the specific challenges faced by Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat provinces. In Pattani, Mr. Pipat, accompanied by candidates Mr. Burhan Samoh and Mr. Arinchai Susaro, visited Panare District. He urged the local population to reclaim what they have lost over the past three decades, advocating for a 'Security in the Southern Border Provinces Amidst Diversity' policy driven by a comprehensive five-pronged development plan. This plan focuses on creating stable jobs through halal businesses, enhancing education, promoting religious and cultural activities, ensuring land rights, and fostering a peace process that empowers communities for sustainable peace. Additionally, Mr. Pipat introduced the "Proud People - Stable Thailand" initiative, designed to alleviate poverty in southern Thailand through income generation from agriculture and energ y crops. This initiative includes using barren land for livestock and fisheries and developing local biomass power plants, alongside promoting economic cooperation with Malaysia and Indonesia to elevate the region's economic profile on an international scale. The campaign events in Yala and Pattani were marked by a vibrant atmosphere, with substantial local attendance and support, signaling a promising outlook for the Bhumjaithai Party's ambitions to solidify its presence in the southern border provinces during the 2026 election.